Looking Glass
MakerMade by
Unknown
MediumLooking glass; wood, mirror (Tin-Mercury amalgam), paint, glass
DimensionsOther (reverse painted tablet height x width): 9 3/4 × 7 5/8in. (24.8 × 19.4cm)
Other (mirror height x width): 15 3/4 × 9 3/4in. (40 × 24.8cm)
Frame (height x width x depth): 13 × 30 × 2 3/4in. (33 × 76.2 × 7cm)
Other (mirror height x width): 15 3/4 × 9 3/4in. (40 × 24.8cm)
Frame (height x width x depth): 13 × 30 × 2 3/4in. (33 × 76.2 × 7cm)
ClassificationsFurniture
Credit LineGift of George Gilman
DescriptionLooking glass with reverse painting on glass depicting a red-roofed house and barn in a field.
Object number1984.113.4
NotesMirror is likely made of tin-mercury amalgam. Improper handling of historic mercury amalgam mirrors presents a potential risk for elemental mercury exposure. The tin-mercury amalgam from which these mirror were fabricated is inherently unstable and releases mercury liquid and vapor as it deteriorates.Subject Terms
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Nathan Ruggles
Nathan Ruggles
late 18th century
Unknown Looking Glass Maker
